Just got your new tattoo and need help with the aftercare? Well i did, even though this wasnt my first tattoo, i wanted to make sure my method was correct.
The original bandage should be removed after a couple of hours and
should not be re-bandaged as the wound will need airflow for best
healing. You will need to treat the area with antibacterial ointments
for about a week. The best choices are Vitamin A& D ointments,
Bacitracin or Zinc Oxide ointments. For those allergic to such
antibiotics, a water based antibiotic cream such as Curel can be
substituted. Under no circumstances should you use hydrogen peroxide.
Not only can it bleach the colors of your tattoo but the bubbling effect
can wash the color right out from the skin.
When
cleaning the area of your new tattoo, you should do it by hand very
gently with warm, soapy water. Do not scrub with a rag or apply much
pressure. Rinse the soapy water off with cold water and then gently pat
the area dry. No not rub or scrape across the tattoo with a towel as
this can easily extract the ink or push it around and out of place to
blur your design.
The healing skin will flake and form scabs. Do
not pick at them or try to remove them before they fall off naturally.
This will lift the color right out of the skin. Until your tattoo has
healed you should avoid swimming and sunbathing. Chlorine in the water
can have a bleaching effect on your tattoo and ultraviolet light can
break down the chemicals in the ink. It is best to always keep a good
sunblock on your tattoo even after it is healed. Remember that constant
exposure to chlorinated water your tattoo may fade a bit over the course
of years. If you spend a lot of time in such aquatic environments you
will most likely need to get your tattoo refreshed at least once in your
life.
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